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MA in Hispanic Studies Overview

The MA in Hispanic Studies presents a comprehensive study of the linguistic, historical, cultural, and literary studies in the Hispanic world. The primary focus is upon Latin American linguistics, literature, art, and culture but also includes Peninsular literature and culture. Language proficiency is required in Spanish in addition to Portuguese. The MA in Hispanic Studies prescribes a 30-hour program if a thesis is written, or a 36-hour program without thesis. The thesis option includes six credit hours for thesis research and writing along with a mandatory defense of the completed thesis in an oral examination. Students considering further graduate work in a doctoral program are encouraged to enter the thesis program. Non-thesis students are required to pass a comprehensive examination at the conclusion of graduate work.